We recently adopted a german shepard(6 months old), and last night, we put her in her kennel for the night(inside the house), and she happened to have her dog harness on.... we woke up this morning to check on her, and she was laying down with no harness on...but behold, 5 chewed off pieces of the harness laying around her!!!!!!!!!!!!! Anyways, my question is, does anyone know where to get a chew-proof harness???, I'm worried that she'll escape when she's out in the back yard....I keep an eye on her, but it's impossible to watch her all the time....
2007-07-08 03:42:54 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
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2007-07-08 04:19:56 · answer #1 · answered by K9Resqer 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Chew Proof Dog Harness
2016-09-28 05:27:48 · answer #2 · answered by liskovec 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Was this a leather harness? Or webbing? Perhaps you should switch to a collar she can't reach. I am unaware of any harness that is made of anything but leather or web. You might also get some Bitter Apple and apply it to her new gear so she won't chew it up. Keep an eye on her and say "NO!" whenever she goes to bite on her harness. And put her to bed in her crate naked. Give her a more suitable chew to play with in there, same with outside. Pups tend to make a chew out of whatever's handiest.
2007-07-08 03:50:20 · answer #3 · answered by ibbibud 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wow. Everyone is telling you about what to do as far as no harness, training, etc, but I haven't seen a good answer yet on a chew proof harness. I'd love to know too. I take my Great Pyrenees pup camping with us, and yes, I leave the harness on her all day since we are walking most of the day. I'd love an actual harness brand/type suggestion that is chew proof or close to it. Thanks!
2015-03-25 03:35:26 · answer #4 · answered by m.r.a. 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would take her harness off when she's in her kennel. If you are afraid she will escape, I would put a collar on her with identification. Use the harness only when walking her, or better yet, don't use a harness at all. I don't know if there is anything that is chew free. I can't imagine a harness made of a material that is un-chewable. It would be too uncomfortable.
2007-07-08 03:52:49 · answer #5 · answered by ♥ Liz ♫ 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Well, now you know why you should never leave a harness on a dog when they do not need it on. Dogs can chew through anything. I know of German Shepard's chewing up kitchen floors and furniture! If you are concerned about her getting out of the yard and it is not fenced try investing in a dog run or invisible fencing or even a "shock/noise" collar for the dog to wear (only when outside). Make sure you take the time to "work" you dog every day. Shepard's are working dogs and they need to work to be happy and stay out of trouble. Long walks, or shorter walks with a pack or something like agility training is really good for them. They are great dogs as long as they have something to do!! Good luck
2007-07-08 04:05:59 · answer #6 · answered by Barbiq 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Only leave the harness on your dog while you are walking it. You should leave a nylon collar with ID tags on it though. Lupine brand makes collars, leashes, and harnesses with a guarantee of replacement even if the dog chews it up. Try to be responsible about your dog's chewing habit by limiting temptation and training her well or you'll have bigger problems than replacing a harness. German Shepherds can be a handful.
2007-07-08 04:21:54 · answer #7 · answered by Maverick 5 · 1⤊ 3⤋
While I agree with the first solution of taking the harness on/off when out for walks.. You might want to try bitter apple spray from the pet store.. Spray the harness liberally and try that .. Dogs hate the taste.. However, I would not leave the harness on the dog unattended and never at night in the crate.. You also might want to get a small Kong toy for in the kennel for the pup to chew on... Put some peanut butter inside for an added treat that might help as well....
2007-07-08 03:52:03 · answer #8 · answered by pebblespro 7 · 0⤊ 4⤋
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2016-04-15 00:13:13 · answer #9 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Easy Solution.
Only put the harness on for walking and going out. Take it off as soon as you return home.
There really isn't any material that a dog cannot chew through.
remember, Dogs can chew through bone...lol
This would be my solution.
2007-07-08 03:46:45 · answer #10 · answered by Lisa R 3 · 0⤊ 3⤋
As a dog trainer, I have to tell you that using a harness on a shepherd dog is setting you up for problems later on. Every dog should have a normal collar with ID tags that never come off. Microchiping is also a very popular way to be sure that you can get Fido home again if he does get loose.
I suggest taking puppy obedience classes. (Adult schools often have these at a reasonable price, and several pet stores do also)This will help her develop good manners on leash and off. Using a harness on a dog teaches them that they can pull on you with no repercussions. With a collar, they get a tug on the neck. There are other collars available and a good trainer can help evaluate you and your pet to decide which would be best for you.
Essentially the only times a harness should ever be used on a dog is if they are sled dogs or have a medical need to not have pressure on the neck.
2007-07-08 03:55:38 · answer #11 · answered by anon 5 · 2⤊ 4⤋